Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and is the most populated city in both Australia and Oceania. The residents are often referred to as “Sydneysiders”, a fun and lively group of people. Sydney has been occupied by Australians for around 30,000 years and has thousands of rock engravings. This makes it the richest in Aboriginal archaeological artifacts in the whole of Australia. Sydney has also been considered as one of the most expensive cities in the whole world, however, it still ranked at seventh in terms of quality of living. One of the reasons Sydney’s economy and tourism is blooming is the sheer amount of night markets within the state. There, tourists are welcome and are greeted by a festival of goods varying from fresh produce to designer creations. We’ve listed down the best night markets in Sydney just for you.
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1. Chinatown Friday Night Market
Chinatown Friday Night Market, as the name implies, only happens every Friday night in the month of October. This is part of the celebration of Good Food Month and part of ‘Asia On Your Doorstep’ project. It is a multicultural community night market where everyone is free to enjoy what the other has to offer in exchange for a few dollars. It was very popular with the locals, and, soon enough, tourists also started to come and enjoy the festivity as well. During the night, Little Hay Street is transformed into a street filled with lanterns and stalls offering various Asian delicacies. Despite the name, the food served are not necessarily Chinese cuisine. Tourists can easily find dishes that vary from takoyaki of Japan to pho of Vietnam.
Chinatown Friday Night Market
Address: Dixon and Little Hay Street Haymarket NSW 2000
Website: Chinatown Friday Night Market
Opening hours: 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
2. Paddy's Night Food Markets
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
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Night markets in Sydney are not all about Asian cuisine, there are also those who cater to the needs of the Western palate. Paddy’s is exactly that kind of night market. This night market is suitable for everyone, both small and large group. Food choices vary from Indian, Italian, American, and much more. The 25 food trucks offer a variety of steaks, snacks, and desserts all aiming to appease the customers’ growling appetite. Paddy’s is open every Saturday night.
Paddy's Night Food Markets
Address: 250-318 Parramatta Rd, Homebush West NSW 2129
Website: Paddy’s Night Food Markets
Opening hours: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
3. Aussie Night Markets
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Aussie NightMarkets is a unique idea of a night market. It is a moving night market with no set location. That being said, it can be found in multiple places during different time frames. It prides itself on bringing together groups of individuals for a joyful and a palatable night of food indulgence. It promises to bring a fusion of music, art, aroma, and, of course, tastes. Taking pride in the diversity it brings, the food offered by the food trucks also varies. One food truck may offer Mediterranean food and the one beside it is offering Chinese cuisine. However, despite the diversity and wide variety of food choices, customers are ensured that each and every dish is filled with passion and care.
Aussie Night Markets
Address: Various places around Sydney and NSW
Website: Aussie Night Markets
Opening hours: 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM
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4. Carriageworks Burning Love Night Market
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This is a very special night market. Curated by two of the top chefs in Sydney, Porteño’s Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz, it features 55 amazing chefs who are top of their class. They serve food of an utmost quality that not only ensures good taste, but also luxury. This night market holds limited slots and visitors are required to buy a ticket beforehand. However, the event venue and the program can even be classified as a festival. Free and live demonstrations are available for the guests to watch, as well as, soothing and relaxing music filling the air. Some of the food highlights include: shellfish cooked over coals by Nick Smith of Rising Sun Workshop, hot smoked fish by John Susman of Fishtales, smoked mushroom toastie with salsa verde, cultured cream and pickled onions by OzHarvest
Carriageworks Burning Love Night Market
Address: 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh 2015 NSW
Website: Carriageworks Burning Love Night Market
Opening hours: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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5. Experience local street eats at Blacktown Night Market
Take a break from all the pub crawls and crawl through the vibrant street food scene in Blacktown’s night markets. Blacktown is filled with unique food trucks, food stalls, and various cuisines showcased in this hidden gem of Australia. Aside from scrumptious treats, savory bites, and sweet desserts, there’s also a bustling music scene in the area with the finest local talent performing every Friday night. You could add visiting this place to your list of things to do alone, or you could also bring a couple of friends to Blacktown to enjoy, relax, and experience top-notch leisure at its finest. Either way, you’re in for a memorable night.
Blacktown Night Market
Address: The Village Green, 62 Flushcombe Rd, Blacktown 2148 View Map
Website: Blacktown Night Market
Opening hours: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Fridays
Price: free admission
Indulge in the feast Sydney night markets has to offer
Undeniably, each individual has his own taste and palate. This is a fact that we can neither refute nor deny. This is also the reason as to why night markets are true blessings. They offer a wide variety of food choices without the need of travelling meters and miles. In addition to that, some even offer other products such as music and handicrafts. Of course, like the city’s best dessert spots and Sunday roasts, the foods here are also all delectable and sumptuous. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your keys and head to Sydney, now!
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